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12 South Gem! Gorgeous Historic Home near Vandy & Belmont, Fenced Yard!

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Welcome to TheAshwoodBungalow! Located in historic12South/Belmont Hillsboro.
Open concept living room/kitchen. 12 original windows for natural light.
Cook's kitchen, fully equipped.  Bartstools swivel for extra LR seating.
King Bedroom with attached bath. Black out drapes and original art.
Queen bedroom, beautiful original windows & black out drapes. Work desk & lamp.
Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8142 sq m

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • WasherWasherWasher

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

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Nashville, TN
  • Popular LocationBelmont University1 min walk
  • Popular LocationVanderbilt University3 min drive
  • Popular LocationMusic City Center5 min drive
  • AirportNashville, TN (BNA-Nashville Intl.)12 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

12 South Gem! Gorgeous Historic Home near Vandy & Belmont, Fenced Yard!

Over 150 5-star reviews on STR sites! In the heart of trendy 12South. Gorgeous 100 year-old renovated Craftsman home in Hillsboro-Belmont Historic District. Great for families, reunions, Titan Football, Predators Hockey, business and play. Adjacent to Belmont University, 1 mile to Vanderbilt, walk to 12South, 3 miles to Downtown/Gulch/Midtown. Quick Uber ride to downtown, Bridgestone Arena & Titans Stadium.

Located in Nashville's most desirable residential neighborhood w/ sidewalks & tree lined streets, this beautiful historic home has recently been renovated to preserve its 100-year old charm and character - modern updated kitchen, bathrooms, lighting and more. Cook's kitchen; 3 spacious bedrooms w/ 5 beds sleeps 8; 2 full bathrooms; custom-made dining table that seats 8-10. Work-study w/ 2 desks, USB ports in every room. Relax on the porch w/ your laptop or friends. Enjoy family time on the deck overlooking the shady back yard, seats 9.

Amenities include free WiFi, 4 Smart TVs w/ local channels, Roku, Amazon Prime & Netflix. 12-cup & Keurig coffee makers, tea kettle, most small kitchen appliances, outdoor gas grill for eating at home. Cutlery & dish ware for 8 plus supplies for cooking/baking. High ceilings, dark stained wood floors and original tall windows maintain the historic feel.

Comfy beds, room darkening drapes, robes in every bedroom, games & puzzles, coffee & tea choices. Everything for the perfect stay.

Free parking in the driveway & street. Large back and side yards to enjoy the fire pit, corn hole, great for kids & pet play.

The owners maintain a private apartment for their personal use upstairs, with a separate outside entrance. There is no shared space, and they are very considerate of your privacy.

COMMENTS FROM OUR GUESTS:

"The love and care you have for this home, it is so evident! You are the most thoughtful host. We loved the comfortable beds and linens, the abundance of towels, and Keurig supplies. We also loved how everything is labeled." (From a Vandy Mom)

"My wife would like to buy this house including the furnishings." (From VP of a large electronic company.)

"Loved walking to 12 South, especially liked margaritas at Bar Taco." (From a family reunion group)

"This house is so charming and thoughtfully set up for guests! Clean. Love the labels and the quality of linens and towels." (From a Vandy reunion group)

"Thanks so much, we liked walking to our niece's senior recital at Belmont." (From family members of a Belmont music student)

"Wish I could stay longer and read all your books."

"Where did you get the beautiful watercolor in the king bedroom? I think my aunt painted it"

"We loved the cute shops on 12S and playing cards on the porch." (From a girlfriend group.)

"My daughter has insomnia and she has not slept so well in years." (From Mom celebrating daughters 21st BD.)

"Half my group stayed on the porch on our second day instead of going out, it was so relaxing." (From a college reunion group of women.)

"My first time to relax in months, your porch is a healing place." (ER doctor from Wisconsin)

"Thank you so much for this peaceful home while my wife had brain surgery at Vanderbilt. It was perfect for me and my kids." (Vandy Medical Family)

Property manager

Barb Culligan

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
*Quiet enjoyment of the home only *Parties/events are NOT permitted *Persons (who are not a part of the group) are NOT permitted to spend the night

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Nashville

This holiday home is located in Hillsboro Village, a neighbourhood in Nashville. Ryman Auditorium and The Parthenon are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Broadway and Mall at Green Hills. Consider Ascend Amphitheater for a night out, and don't miss Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum if you're travelling with kids. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby swimming, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails.
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Nashville, TN

What's nearby

  • Belmont University - 1 min walk
  • Vanderbilt University - 3 min drive
  • Broadway - 5 min drive
  • Music City Center - 5 min drive
  • Nissan Stadium - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Nashville Riverfront Station - 12 min drive
  • Nashville International Airport (BNA) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ladybird Taco - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Frothy Monkey - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Five Daughters Bakery - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪bartaco 12 South - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Smoothie King - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 12 South Gem! Gorgeous Historic Home near Vandy & Belmont, Fenced Yard! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 12 South Gem! Gorgeous Historic Home near Vandy & Belmont, Fenced Yard!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 12 South Gem! Gorgeous Historic Home near Vandy & Belmont, Fenced Yard!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 12 South Gem! Gorgeous Historic Home near Vandy & Belmont, Fenced Yard! located?

This family-friendly Nashville holiday home is located in Hillsboro Village, within 1 mi (2 km) of Belmont University and Vanderbilt University. Bridgestone Arena and Broadway are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lydia D.

Charming Bungalow
This bungalow is perfect for a Nashville getaway. It's tastefully decorated and much care is given to make sure guests have everything needed for a comfortable stay. Also, the neighborhood is safe and quiet. A good night's sleep is easy here as the beds are super comfy and everyone loved the robes provided along with all the other small added touches -- a bottle of wine, snacks, fresh flowers -- all waiting for us upon arrival. This quaint "home-away-from-home" is located close to great shopping on 12th street, 21st street, and is just a few minutes ride to downtown Nashville. It's a great choice for a getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Caroline H.

The perfect place to celebrate Christmas with family!
This bungalow far exceeded our expectations!! It was absolutely adorable and perfect for celebrating Christmas. They were kind enough to let us put up a Christmas tree. It was well decorated and charming, not to mention sparkling clean & well stocked with almost anything you’d need. The property manager was quick to respond if any questions came up- although we really didn’t need anything while there. We would 100% rent this bungalow again. It made our holiday so special! Thank you very, very much!! HIGHLY recommend to others. We had 5 of us staying and there was plenty of room :)
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Lori N., Denver, United States

The Best!
The Bungalow is beautiful, comfortable, and clean! Absolutely one of the Best places we have ever rented. Completely stocked with towels, pillows, blankets. The Kitchen had everything we needed. The location is outstanding! We walked all over and Ubered when we needed to. Communication was wonderful with Kristi. Would love to come back sometime! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

HOLLY O.

Excellent!
My sister and I stayed in this home for three nights. It's in a perfect location; just an Uber ride from anywhere in the city! The neighborhood is beautiful, walkable and has a lot to offer. The house is spacious, beautifully furnished and loaded with amenities. The booking, check in and check out process went great! I'd definitely recommend this property!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Matt L.

Great house!!
Great place to stay! The house was perfect for three adult couples. Plenty of room and household supplies. Comfortable beds and great bathrooms. The location is so convenient to getting downtown, Gulch or walking distance to 12 South.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

About the host

Hosted by Barb Culligan

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I purchased this home in 1986 and lived here with my children for several years, and later made the upstairs apartment my home. I worked as a dietitian for HCA Centennial Medical Center before going in to pharmaceutical sales. Now retired, I especially enjoy traveling. My husband and I have stayed at over 50 short term rentals internationally, including penthouse apartments, farm houses and houseboats. I like to incorporate the best hospitality ideas from those visits into amenities at The Ashwood Bungalow.

Why they chose this property

We fell in love with the area as soon as we saw it in the 1980s. We moved from the suburb of Hermitage; the tree-lined sidewalks, better schools and historic nature of the neighborhood appealed to us. In my opinion, this is the best residential neighborhood in Nashville. It is far enough from the tourist scene to be quiet and comfortable, yet close enough to enjoy all that Nashville offers.

What makes this property unique

A Bit Of History:

The house was originally a single family dwelling with one bedroom downstairs and two bedrooms upstairs. It was a model of the “Modern” craftsman home, perhaps a Sears Home Kit. Sometime, maybe in the 1940’s or 1950’s, the upstairs was converted into a an apartment with it's own outside stairs & entrance, creating a duplex.

When I bought it in 1986 it was a rooming house for multiple tenants. There was evidence that homeless people had camped in the yard. The heat source downstairs was a propane heater in one bedroom; another room had been closed off due to fire damage.

The property underwent extensive renovation just before we moved in. My children and I lived there for 5 years, and then we rented to long-term tenants until 2017. We did another extensive renovation that took 1 year.

The recent work included straightening a collapsing front column; extensive work on the foundation, retaining wall and support beams in the basement; treating for termites; replacing rotten siding on the dormers; removing a leaking chimney; 2 new bathrooms and a new kitchen; new hardwood floors; replacing the remaining ball-and-tube wiring; paint inside and outside; new gutters; 6 tons of gravel in the driveway; grading the side yard to control water, and lots of tree trimming/tree removal.

When that work was finished we renovated the upstairs, which took another year. Although we did not revert the property to a single family dwelling, we made every effort to preserve the Craftsman style and feel of the house.

Unlike nearby property owners, we have not expanded our footprint. We maintain the back and side yards as green space instead of filling them in. An arctic blast in December 2022 caused much of our landscaping and trees to die, as it did all over Nashville. We will start again on those efforts as time and money allow.


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